Associate of Arts Degree in Geography
Description
The Associate of Arts in Geography is a two-year Human Geography program. It establishes a solid base of conceptual knowledge and applied skills supporting further study in Geography, engaged citizenship, and introductory employment in the public and private sectors. The curriculum combines topical coursework in introductory human geography and urban geography, and lab-science courses in earth science and atmospheric science. The curriculum also provides students with options for focused study of a variety of regions, and develops foundational skills in using computerized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) hardware and software to analyze and present spatial data.
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Department's website: kpu.ca/arts/geography
Admission Requirements
The Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, apply to this program.
Curricular Requirements
Within the framework of the Associate of Arts Degree, students must complete at least 60 credits with a minimum grade of C in each course including all of the following courses.
| Year 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| GEOG 1101 | Human Geography | 3 |
| GEOG 1102 | Physical Geography | 4 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| GEOG 2250 | The City | 3 |
| GEOG 2400 | Introduction to GIS | 3 |
| GEOG 2310 or GEOG 2320 | Climatology or Geomorphology | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Geography of British Columbia | ||
| Geography of Canada | ||
| Geography of Europe | ||
| Geography of East Asia | ||
| Geography of South Asia | ||
| Credits | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 19 | |
Credential Awarded
Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive an Associate of Arts degree in Geography.
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